Bicycle Saddles Examined and Explained

Brooks B15 Swallow Select Saddle

The Brooks B15 Swallow Select saddle is a high mileage saddle that has been made with thicker organic leather in a natural finish. Another feature of many saddles in the Brooks line, including this one, is the copper rivets that have been hammered around the perimeter of the seat.

The B15 Swallow is a modern reproduction of the original saddle that was made with the racing cyclist in mind. This has been adapted for wider use so that the modern cyclist can enjoy the comfort that was first experienced back in 1937.

Where the Select version of the B15 Swallow saddle differs from the titanium and the chrome is in the rails underneath the seat that are steel that have been finished in textured black enamel. This has resulted in a weight that is slightly greater again than the B15 Swallow Chrome. The saddle is available in either black or honey.

Take a look at the available Brooks B15 Swallow Select saddles for sale below and choose one looks as though will suit you and your bicycle to get further information.

This version of the B15 Swallow is made with our extra tough, organic leather for high mileage cyclists. It also features our hand hammered copper rivets.
The B15 Swallow is a faithful reproduction of a saddle specifically conceived with the sporting cyclist in mind, the result being a timeless design widely regarded as the precursor of all modern racing saddles.